John Green Reading Order
5 series · 64 books
John Green is a celebrated American author and YouTuber renowned for his impactful contributions to young adult fiction. With a distinctive narrative style, he has penned 64 books across five series, including notable works like The Fault in Our Stars and his engaging nonfiction, alongside unique titles such as Will Grayson, Will Grayson and Dover Little Activity. Active from 1980 to 2025, Green's works have resonated with millions, making him a pivotal figure in contemporary literature.
Anthologies Series
Complete4 books (2006–2013)
Start with Twice Told, the first of 4 books in the Anthologies series.
Dover Little Activity Series
Complete50 books (1980–2006)
Start with Bird Cut & Use Stencils(By: Ed Sibbett), the first of 50 books in the Dover Little Activity series.
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| 1 |  Bird Cut & Use Stencils(By: Ed Sibbett) 1980Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Japanese Cut & Use Stencils(By: Theodore Menten) 1980Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Border Designs Cut & Use Stencils(By: Ed Sibbett) 1982Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Fish and Sea Life Cut & Use Stencils(By: Ted Menten) 1983Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Food & Cookery Cut & Use Stencils(By: Ed Sibbett) 1984Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Floral Borders Cut & Use Stencils(By: Ed Sibbett) 1986Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Ships and Boats Punch-Out Stencils(By: Theodore Menten) 1986Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Fun with Favorite Pets Stencils(By: ) 1987Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Fun With Cats Stencils(By: John Emil Cymerman) 1992Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Wild Animals Punch-Out Stencils(By: John Emil Cymerman) 1994Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Easy-to-Use Christmas Designs Plastic Stencils(By: Charlene Tarbox) 1995Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  Floral Borders Laser-Cut Plastic Stencils(By: Charlene Tarbox) 1995Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 |  Insects Punch-Out Stencils(By: John Emil Cymerman) 1995Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  Animals Laser-Cut Plastic Stencils(By: Sue Brooks) 1996Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  Flower Design Laser-Cut Plastic Stencils(By: Sue Brooks) 1996Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 |  Favorite Birds Laser-Cut Plastic Stencils(By: Ruth Soffer) 1997Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 |  Fun With Ballet Stencils(By: Sue Brooks) 1997Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 |  Fun With Carousel Animals Stencils(By: Sue Brooks) 1997Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 | Fun with Stencils: Butterflies(By: Sue Brooks) 1997Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 |  Fun with Stencils: Sharks(By: Paulette Kennedy) 1997Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 21 |  Old West Laser-Cut Plastic Stencils(By: Charlene Tarbox) 1997Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 22 |  Fun With Faires and Elves Stencils(By: Margery Williams Bianco) 1998Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 23 |  Fun With Ice Skaters Stencils(By: Marty Noble) 1998Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 24 |  Fun With Rain Forest Animals(By: Margery Williams Bianco) 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 25 |  Fun With Sea Creatures Stencils(By: Marty Noble) 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 26 |  Fun with Bugs Stencils(By: Marty Noble) 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 27 |  Fun with Nutcracker Stencils(By: Marty Noble) 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 28 |  Fun with African Design Stencils(By: Marty Noble) 2000Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 29 |  Fun with Construction Trucks Stencils(By: ) 2000Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 30 |  Fun with Knights Stencils(By: Marty Noble) 2000Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 31 |  Fun with Streamlined Trains Stencils(By: ) 2000Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 32 |  Fun With Chinese Symbols Stencils(By: Margery Williams Bianco) 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 33 |  Fun With Japanese Animals Stencils(By: Ellen Harper) 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 34 |  Fun with Ancient Mexican Stencils(By: Ellen Harper) 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 35 |  Fun with Soldiers Stencils(By: Margery Williams Bianco) 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 36 |  Fun with Tropical Flowers Stencils(By: Margery Williams Bianco) 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 37 |  Fun with Unicorns Stencils(By: Marty Noble) 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 38 |  Fun with Vikings Stencils(By: ) 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 39 |  Fun With Cretaceous Dinosaurs Stencils(By: Marty Noble) 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 40 |  Fun with Native American Design Stencils(By: Marty Noble) 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 41 |  Fun With Egyptian Symbols Stencils(By: Ellen Harper) 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 42 |  Fun With Emergency Vehicles Stencils(By: Margery Williams Bianco) 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 43 |  Fun With Mother Goose Stencils(By: Marty Noble) 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 44 |  Fun with Native American Masks Stencils(By: Margery Williams Bianco) 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 45 |  Fun With Good Luck Symbols Stencils(By: Marty Noble) 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 46 |  Fun With Old Macdonald's Farm Stencils(By: Ellen Harper) 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 47 |  Fun with Horseback Riding Stencils 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 48 |  Fun with Backyard Animals Stencils(By: ) 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 49 |  Fun With Ponies Stencils(By: John Green) 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 50 |  Fun with Noah's Ark Stencils(By: Margery Williams Bianco) 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
Non-Fiction Series
Ongoing2 books (2021–2025)
Start with The Anthropocene Reviewed and read in order.
Standalone Novels Series
Complete6 books (2005–2017)
Start with Looking for Alaska, the first of 6 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Will Grayson, Will Grayson Series
Complete2 books (2010–2015)
Start with Will Grayson, Will Grayson and read in order.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has John Green written?
- John Green has written 64 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 1980 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each John Green series?
- Here are the first books in John Green's series: Anthologies: Twice Told; Dover Little Activity: Bird Cut & Use Stencils(By: Ed Sibbett); Non-Fiction: The Anthropocene Reviewed; Will Grayson, Will Grayson: Will Grayson, Will Grayson.
- What order should I read John Green's books?
- We recommend reading John Green's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is John Green still writing new books?
- Yes, John Green has 1 ongoing series: Non-Fiction.